1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1990 BMW 525
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1990 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
